Demel's ability to take the pitch may now be in question for the EPL opener against Tottenham on Aug. 16. The defender made 32 appearances last season for West Ham.

March 1, 2014

RotoWire Fantasy Analysis

Demel was able to make the start and play 80 minutes of West Ham's 0-1 loss to Everton on Saturday.

Demel had been questionable for the match with an illness, but looks to be over that now. The Ivorian should remain in the starting XI for West Ham going forward.

January 29, 2014

RotoWire Fantasy Analysis

Demel was in the starting XI and played all 90 minutes of Wednesday's scoreless draw at Chelsea.

Demel, and the rest of the West Ham midfield, mostly played in a defensive position against a strong Chelsea attack. It worked out for a point, and Demel credited fantasy owners with a clean sheet as well.

January 23, 2014

RotoWire Fantasy Analysis

Demel (concussion) played 60 minutes of West Ham's behind-closed-doors friendly with Tottenham on Thursday.

Demel suffered a nasty concussion earlier this month against Cardiff City but has worked his way back to fitness. If he doesn't suffer any setbacks over the next few days, he could feature against Chelsea on Tuesday.